The SAT test is the most popular standardized test taken by Astoria High School students for 4-year college or university admission. Please be aware that many colleges and universities have updated admissions requirements due to the coronavirus pandemic. Check with schools that you are considering applying to for specific requirements.
Register for a test at sat.collegeboard.com
Khan Academy is offering free SAT study prep, tailoring practice tests to your PSAT scores.
khanacademy.org/sat
Astoria High School plans to offer the SAT this fall on the following days:
School Day SAT October 26, 2023 (Sign up with Tami in Student Services)
November 4, 2023: Register at collegeboard.org/sat by October 24th (late fee may apply)
Visit sat.collegeboard.com to register or for additional testing dates, deadlines, and locations.
Cost:
For the 2023-2024 year, the SAT test costs $60. See a counselor if you need a fee waiver.
Fee Waivers:
Fee waivers are available for students who are burdened by the SAT test fee. Please contact a counselor to obtain a fee waiver. In order to qualify, a student must be on or qualify free or reduced lunch, be a member of Upward Bound or Talent Search, or have a financial hardship. Using an SAT fee waiver allows students to use fee waivers for many college application fees as well. Talk with a counselor for more information.
Preparation:
There are a variety of websites that have been developed to help students prepare for the SATs:
www.collegeboard.com: Sign up for question of the day emails, sample practice questions and complete and online practice tests for both SAT and SAT Subject Tests.
Create a study plan on collegeboard.com
Alan Lawrence Sitomer: A website developed by California's Teacher of the Year 2007 to help understand how to write a great
essay for the writing portion of the SAT. Follow the links on the right side of the screen.
MajorTests: Free SAT test prep without requiring a login or username.
Essential Skills:
SAT scores can be used to meet the Reading, Writing, and Math Essential Skill Graduation Requirements in Oregon. See a counselor for more information.
updated 10/11/2023 B.Frausto
Register for a test at sat.collegeboard.com
Khan Academy is offering free SAT study prep, tailoring practice tests to your PSAT scores.
khanacademy.org/sat
Astoria High School plans to offer the SAT this fall on the following days:
School Day SAT October 26, 2023 (Sign up with Tami in Student Services)
November 4, 2023: Register at collegeboard.org/sat by October 24th (late fee may apply)
Visit sat.collegeboard.com to register or for additional testing dates, deadlines, and locations.
Cost:
For the 2023-2024 year, the SAT test costs $60. See a counselor if you need a fee waiver.
Fee Waivers:
Fee waivers are available for students who are burdened by the SAT test fee. Please contact a counselor to obtain a fee waiver. In order to qualify, a student must be on or qualify free or reduced lunch, be a member of Upward Bound or Talent Search, or have a financial hardship. Using an SAT fee waiver allows students to use fee waivers for many college application fees as well. Talk with a counselor for more information.
Preparation:
There are a variety of websites that have been developed to help students prepare for the SATs:
www.collegeboard.com: Sign up for question of the day emails, sample practice questions and complete and online practice tests for both SAT and SAT Subject Tests.
Create a study plan on collegeboard.com
Alan Lawrence Sitomer: A website developed by California's Teacher of the Year 2007 to help understand how to write a great
essay for the writing portion of the SAT. Follow the links on the right side of the screen.
MajorTests: Free SAT test prep without requiring a login or username.
Essential Skills:
SAT scores can be used to meet the Reading, Writing, and Math Essential Skill Graduation Requirements in Oregon. See a counselor for more information.
updated 10/11/2023 B.Frausto